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Periodic wet cleaning
As Pedigree Carpets are completely
waterproof and rotproof, they are best suited
to hot water extraction (steam cleaning)
rather than the use of dry cleaning powders.
A periodic water extraction program -
preferably incorporating a rotating or
cylindrical brush - is best left to professional
carpet cleaning companies who undertake
the work in accordance with Australian &
New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 3733:1995.
However DIY hot water extraction to a
good cosmetic appearance standard can
be performed successfully with the correct
type of equipment, such as a hose and wand
carpet extractor which can be hired from
your local supermarket. In such cases the
detergent dilution level in the solution tank
should be very weak at 50 parts water to 1
part shampoo and NOT the dilution level
recommended in the equipment instructions,
which is much stronger and designed for
traditional tufted carpets. Rinse thoroughly
afterwards using only plain water (warm or
cold) in the solution tank to ensure that all
detergent residues are completely removed.
Stain Removal Guide
Type of stain How to treat
Drinks (alcohol, tea,
cofee, soft etc)
Mop up excess. Weak detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly with plain
water. Excludes wine - see below
Wine Mop up excess. Tip salt directly onto the stain. Sponge with a weak detergent and
warm water. Rinse thoroughly with plain water.
Oil and Grease Remove surplus with a spatula. Sparingly use a household dry cleaning fluid and
blot. Finish with weak detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly with plain water
Urine, vomit, faeces,
blood
Mop up excess. Weak detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly with plain
water. If stain persists use a household dry cleaning fluid and blot.
Food (chocolate,
ice cream, tomato
sauce etc)
Remove surplus with a spatula. Sparingly use a household dry cleaning fluid and blot.
Finish with weak detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly with plain water.
Milk and cream Mop up excess. Sponge with methylated spirits and blot. Sponge dry.
Ballpoint ink
and texta
Sparingly use a household dry cleaning fluid and blot. Sponge with methylated
spirits and blot. Sponge dry.
Chewing gum Freeze with ice cubes, crack with a blunt object and remove surplus, apply
methylated spirits and blot. Rinse.
Shoe polish Remove excess with a spatula. Sparingly use a household dry cleaning fluid and
blot. Weak detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly with plain water.
Paint - water based Mop up excess. Use petroleum jelly and work into the stain. Weak detergent and
warm water. Rinse thoroughly with plain water.
Paint - oil based Mop up excess. Sponge with methylated spirits and blot. Weak detergent and warm
water. Rinse thoroughly with plain water.
Crayon and
markers
Remove surplus with a spatula. Sparingly use a household dry cleaning fluid and blot.
Finish with weak detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly with plain water.
Cigarette burn and
scorch marks
Rub the damaged fibre ends vigorously with a paint scraper or hard bristle brush to
remove the burnt tips to minimise the discoloured look. If severe, use a new piece
of the carpet in the same dye-lot number and replace the damaged section to a
pattern match using a lino knife and straight edge or with a circle-cutter.
Karndean Designflooring provides the above spot cleaning recommendations in good faith, but cannot be held responsible
for permanent staining that has occurred after the date and time of installation. For additional advice and information about
Pedigree Carpets contact Karndean Designflooring.